What's this? Soccer 101 at the National Team Camp?Posted by Paul Gardner on Jan. 26, 1:49 a.m.Among the more curious revelations to surface during the lead up to the USA's recent game with Chile were those attributed to defender Omar Gonzalez. Talking of Bob Bradley's training sessions during the pre-game camp, Gonzalez had this to say:» 28 Comments

King Eric in New York? Big Deal. Posted by Paul Gardner on Jan. 21, 12:20 a.m.We don't do things by halves here in the Big Apple, no sirreee. If we set out to make complete asses of ourselves, expect a double dip immediately. And that's what we've now got.» 20 Comments

Beckham resumes his lead-clown rolePosted by Paul Gardner on Jan. 4, 12:03 a.m.It's surely no longer possible to believe that David Beckham is in touch with reality. For a while there, last month, it looked as though he had discovered a splendid role for himself as an impressive ambassador for England's World Cup bid.» 38 Comments